Hat Yai floods: Over 600 Singaporeans begin journey home as evacuation efforts intensify
More than 600 Singaporeans have begun returning home from Hat Yai after severe floods, with MFA coordinating transport and flights as waters recede and evacuation efforts increase.
- Over 600 Singaporeans have begun evacuating from Hat Yai after severe floods disrupted power and transport.
- MFA and the Singapore Embassy in Bangkok coordinated transport, with flights scheduled to arrive in Singapore on 28 and 29 November 2025.
- Evacuation efforts expanded as flood waters receded, aided by Thai authorities and local volunteers.
SINGAPORE: More than 600 Singaporeans have begun their journey home from Hat Yai, according to a statement by Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on 28 November 2025.
The departure followed days of severe flooding in southern Thailand that killed dozens and left many people without electricity.
MFA stated that 608 out of 893 Singaporeans who had requested assistance had either boarded flights or were waiting for one at Hat Yai International Airport.
The first flight from Hat Yai to Singapore on 28 November was expected to arrive at Changi Airport at around 4pm.
A second flight was scheduled to land at approximately 2am on 29 November.
Local media reported that flood water levels began to recede on 27 November after days of torrential rain.
This allowed evacuation teams to increase operations as vans and military trucks were finally able to reach stranded groups.
Foreign tourists were moved to relief centres and the airport as transport access improved.
Shortly before noon on 27 November, MFA said that arrangements were under way for vans to evacuate Singaporeans from Central Hat Yai to the airport.
The Singapore Embassy in Bangkok continued coordinating efforts with Thai authorities to support those affected by the floods.
According to MFA, at least 34 Singaporeans were located and transported from flood-hit areas to Hat Yai airport from 27 November onwards.
More vehicles were expected to be deployed to support the continuing evacuation efforts.
Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan said on 27 November that he had spoken to Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow.
He conveyed Singapore’s concern about the floods and reaffirmed readiness to supply essential items and support relief work.
The embassy also arranged transport to Central Hat Yai shopping centre and Fort Senanarong military camp.
From these locations, onward transfers to the airport were organised, with electricity, food and water available to travellers.
Local volunteers assisted Singaporeans who had taken refuge at the Prince of Songkhla University in Hat Yai.
On 28 November, evacuation teams were scheduled to pick up those requiring help from the Mayflower Grande and Hadyai Golden Crown hotels.
MFA advised Singaporeans seeking transport to move near these locations during the afternoon.
Singaporeans in areas still affected by the floods were urged to contact the Singapore Embassy in Bangkok if they required urgent assistance.
The embassy may be reached via telephone at +66-2-348-6700 or +66-81-844-3580 outside office hours.
Enquiries may also be directed by e-mail to [email protected]
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